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Michael Cocchiarale is an Associate Professor of English and Chair of the English and Creative Writing programs at Widener University. He holds a PhD in American Literature from Purdue University (2000). His research focuses on sports literature and flash fiction, exploring themes like identity, gender, race, class, and competition through literary analysis. Cocchiarale has authored Still Time (2012) and co-edited three scholarly volumes including Critical Insights: American Sports Fiction (2013) and Critical Insights: The American Short Story (2015). He is a member of the Association of Writers and Writing Programs (AWP).
- Education: PhD in American Literature, Purdue University, 2000
His work bridges academic and creative writing, emphasizing concise storytelling (flash fiction under 1,000 words) and interdisciplinary analysis of sports narratives. Recent publications include the novella Here Is Ware (2014) and contributions to Widener’s faculty awards events. He teaches courses in American literature, creative writing, and composition.
Publications span edited collections and original fiction, reflecting his dual focus on scholarly critique and imaginative prose. His teaching and research highlight the intersection of sports, culture, and human experience in literature.
